We all do the best we can to make informed decisions about choosing our children’s school, and the first step is educating ourselves about the choices available. This was a huge learning curve for me as I grew up in England and had to learn a lot about American schools from baby day care through second grade, so far.
I guess the first discussion my husband and I had was pretty typical—public or private? If we chose public, what …
Education Apps: Tips for Making Learning-on-the-go FunMost experts will tell you that kids’ learning happens much more easily when it’s fun. Heck, most moms—the true experts—will testify that their kids enjoy learning more and retain knowledge better when the learning experience is fun. There are lots of ways …you can do that at home. However,
School: How to Develop a Relationship with Your Child’s TeacherOne of the biggest concerns that every parent has when sending their child off to school… is whether or not their child’s teacher will be a good fit. A child’s relationship with their teacher can absolutely make or break a school year, but a parent-teacher relationship is important as well.
How to Encourage Girls to Enjoy Science and MathThroughout school, I had an unrealistic fear of math…. So much so that I decided to change my major in college from a Business Major to a Health Science Degree so I wouldn’t have to take the higher level math classes. I don’t regret getting my degree in
How to Make Our Relationships Better With TeensI am the mother of two fabulous teenagers. Yes… they are fabulous! I love the energy they have and the people they are becoming. I even like the struggles that often present themselves. I feel like I learn from them every day.
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I am also trying to teach them
PBS KIDS: Wednesday #gno Twitter Party on Educational Games on the GoSchedules are busy and days are full of balancing work with family activities. Sometimes it’s difficult for families to take a breather from their hectic schedules. If your family is the on-the-go type, how do you fit learning into your busy schedules?
…Knowing that families and schedules can get a
PBS KIDS Giveaway: Win a Dinosaur Train Prize Pack (10 Winners)…Knowing that families and schedules can get a bit overloaded, PBS KIDS is all about helping you making anytime learning time for your kids. With so many apps and games available for download, you can help increase learning experiences anytime, anywhere.
All Aboard the Dinosaur Train! for iPad and Dinosaur
PBS KIDS: Thursday #gno Twitter Party on ExplorationWhat’s a black and white animal that wears a red and white striped hat? That’s easy…it’s The Cat and the Hat! This exuberant and lively cat has played a part in so many lives. Kids loves his playful nature and all of the fun ways he explores the world.
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Storytelling: 3 Steps to Help Kids Appreciate Classical Musicmom • education • parenting • education
About five years ago, when my boys were ages three and five, we made a conscious decision to introduce them to classical music. We had always played it in the background or at night as they were going to bed, but we hadn’t ever formally taught… them about it.
Finances: The Importance of Understanding Money ManagementWhen we think about relationships, we often think of our relationships with other people. But, anything related to you, whether it be food, money, or your health…, that is a relationship. This week is meant to help you consider your personal relationship with money and how
Ride a bike or walk to a close destination to which you would normally drive.
Date: Wed., May 30
Time: 2-3 p.m. ET
Book: Dad Rules by Treion Miller
